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Topping joints

Scope note

In concrete finishing, a space or break of about 1/8 inch made at regular intervals, particularly over expansion joints, to allow for contraction and expansion in the topping layer of sidewalks, driveways, and similar structures. PUTNAM

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300068637

Broader Terms used

<concrete joints>

Term used for

joints, topping

Equivalent Terms used

topping joint

Created

13yrs ago

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